Opium and the Opium Appetite is a book written by Alonzo Calkins in 1871. The book discusses the use of opium and its impact on the human body, as well as the use of other substances such as alcoholic beverages, cannabis indica, tobacco and coca, and tea and coffee. The author explores the hygienic aspects and pathologic relations of these substances, discussing their effects on the body and mind. The book provides a historical perspective on the use of these substances, as well as medical and scientific insights into their impact on health. Overall, Opium and the Opium Appetite is a comprehensive examination of the use of various substances and their effects on human health.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.